Summary
Page Title: The ECB Blog
Source URL: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/blog/html/index.en.html
AI Model: ECB-LLM - gpt-4o
Translation Method: Accurate (generated for every language)
Total Images Analyzed: 19
Total Processing Time: 324.79 seconds
Generated: 2025-12-12 13:27:15 CET
Detailed Analysis
1. ECB press conference place holder new_2560x1440.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Three podiums on a stage with EU flags in the background, suggesting an ECB press conference setup.
- IT:
- Podio configurato per una conferenza stampa della BCE, con bandiere dell'UE sullo sfondo e telecamera in primo piano.
- LV:
- Trīs ECB preses konferences pulti uz zilas platformas, aiz kurām redzamas ES karogu fonā.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image showcases the setup for an ECB press conference, including podiums and EU flags, which provides visual context regarding the institutional setting. Users would miss the understanding of the formal press conference environment without seeing it. The surrounding text references 'latest monetary policy press conference' but does not describe the setup or scene visually. Thus, the image is informative.
- IT:
- The image shows the setup for an ECB press conference, including podiums, microphones, and EU flags in the background, providing the viewer with visual context about the official setting and environment. Users would miss understanding the formal setup for a monetary policy discussion without this image.
- LV:
- The image provides visual information about the setup for an ECB press conference, complete with podiums, microphones, and EU flags in the background. This helps users understand the professional and official environment where monetary policy is discussed. A text-only description of the event would not fully convey the formal setup, making the image relevant and informative.
Context:
Part 1: Monetary policy & markets Our monetary policy strategy, the tools we use and the impact they have Overview of monetary policy and markets Quick links What is monetary policy? Strategy review Asset purchase programmes Latest monetary policy press conference 30 October 2025.
2. ECB_Eurosystem_OneLineLogo_Mobile_EN.svg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- European Central Bank logo.
- IT:
- Logo della Banca Centrale Europea e del sistema europeo delle banche centrali.
- LV:
- European Central Bank logo.
Current Alt Text:
European Central Bank - eurosystem
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image is an organizational logo representing the European Central Bank (ECB). It provides brand identification, which is meaningful and relevant to the webpage content. Users would miss understanding the organization’s identity without the image. It cannot be considered decorative as the logo visually anchors the page and supports identification of the ECB.
- IT:
- This is the logo of the European Central Bank (ECB) and Eurosystem, which serves as an identifier for the organization. It provides essential branding information and its presence on the page aids users in associating the content with the ECB's authority and relevance. Without this image, users might miss organizational context and attribution.
- LV:
- The image is the logo of the European Central Bank (ECB). As the logo identifies the organization, it is informative according to WCAG principles. Users need to know which organization the page represents, especially since the ECB name may not be fully clear through text navigation alone. It provides context about the authority behind the information offered on the page.
Context:
Part 1: European Central Bank - eurosystem.
Part 2: EN Български Čeština Dansk Deutsch Eλληνικά English Español Eesti keel Suomi Français Gaeilge Hrvatski Magyar Italiano Lietuvių Latviešu Malti Nederlands Polski Português Română Slovenčina Slovenščina Svenska Menu Monetary policy & markets Monetary policy & markets Our monetary policy strategy, the tools we use and the impact they have Overview of monetary policy and markets Quick links What is monetary policy? Strategy review Asset purchase p...
3. ECB_Website_StatisticsMegaMenu_95044094-01.png
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Illustration of a monitor showing data files and pie chart, with people representing data analysis and research.
- IT:
- Illustrazione di una persona che usa una lente d'ingrandimento su un documento visualizzato a schermo, con una cartella su...
- LV:
- Divi skatās statistikas datus, izmantojot datoru un palielināmo stiklu.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image visually represents statistical data exploration and analysis through metaphorical elements (e.g., files, magnifying glass) which support the context of access to ECB statistics. A screen reader user would benefit from knowing the image reflects themes of research and data analysis as it adds context not explicitly described in nearby text.
- IT:
- The image depicts visual elements related to the topic of researching and accessing statistical data (a folder, documents, and a magnifying glass). It complements the surrounding content, which discusses the ECB's data portal, statistical releases, and research access to confidential statistical information. Users would benefit from this contextual visualization to grasp the topic of data exploration.
- LV:
- The image is informative because it visually represents the exploration of statistical data, aligning with the section's content about accessing ECB statistics. Screen reader users would miss the visual metaphor of analysis and data access without this alt text.
Context:
Part 1: Statistics Access to all ECB statistics and background information Overview of ECB statistics Quick links Main figures ECB Data Portal Statistical releases PRESS RELEASE - ECB launches pilot project for research access to confidential statistical data 13 March 2025.
4. blog_logo.png
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- ECB Blog logo featuring a blue speech bubble and EU stars.
- IT:
- Logo del blog della Banca Centrale Europea.
- LV:
- ECB Blog logo.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- This image is the logo of the ECB Blog, which helps identify the blog and its context as an official publication from the European Central Bank. It is not decorative, as it visually signifies the source and context of the blog content. Users would miss the identity of the blog without knowing the logo, making it an informative image.
- IT:
- The image is an identifiable logo for the ECB blog. Even though it has a decorative design with stars and a speech bubble, it represents the blog's brand and visually reinforces the identity and purpose of the page. Users would miss understanding the page's branding without it.
- LV:
- The image shows the logo of the ECB Blog, which is used for brand identification and helps users recognize the source of the content. Screen reader users would miss the context that this is the ECB Blog without alt text describing the logo.
Context:
Part 1: The ECB Blog.
Part 2: 9 December 2025.
Part 3: A digital euro for the digital age.
5. cover.png
Image Preview:
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image contains abstract blue patterns and the European Central Bank logo, but does not convey meaningful information beyond its aesthetic purpose on the page. The logo is redundant since the page already contains written text identifying the European Central Bank. Users would not miss important information if the image were removed, as the surrounding text provides all necessary context.
- IT:
- The image does not provide any additional or meaningful information relevant to the content of the page. It primarily serves an aesthetic purpose as a background/banner graphic. The logo is also redundant with adjacent text identifying the European Central Bank. Removing the image would not result in a loss of context or information for users relying on screen readers.
- LV:
- The image serves as an aesthetic background with abstract patterns and the European Central Bank logo, but provides no additional context or meaningful information that is not already conveyed by the text on the page. It does not contribute to understanding the content better and could be removed without loss of information.
Context:
Part 1: The euro All you need to know about our common currency Overview of the euro Quick links Cash professionals Banknote and coins statistics Euro exchange rates Study on the payment attitudes of consumers in the euro area (SPACE) – 2024 19 December 2024.
6. ecb.blog20251017~5308185e86.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Person analyzing financial data on multiple monitors showing stock charts and market trends.
- IT:
- Mano che digita su tastiera con schermi che mostrano grafici finanziari e dati di mercato.
- LV:
- Person typing on a keyboard with screens showing stock market charts and financial data.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image depicts financial data and analysis on multiple screens, along with a person interacting with a computer. This visual cues users into the topic of financial analysis and market reactions to share buybacks. Omitting the image would lead to a loss of contextual understanding for screen reader users.
- IT:
- The image shows financial data displayed on monitors and a person interacting with a keyboard, visually relevant to the blog post discussing financial markets and share buybacks. Users would miss understanding the market analysis context without this image as it depicts a financial setting conveying the complexity of market analysis.
- LV:
- The image shows stock market charts and a person interacting with financial data on a computer, relevant to the context of the blog post about share buybacks. Users would miss visual confirmation of the financial theme and the professional analysis setting if the image were omitted. It complements the surrounding content and makes the theme more tangible.
Context:
Part 1: 17 October 2025.
Part 2: How Do Markets React to Banks’ Share Buybacks?.
Part 3: 17 October 2025 How Do Markets React to Banks’ Share Buybacks? Banks have bought back over €60 billion of their own shares since 2020, which is a sign of the industry’s confidence. However, share buybacks can also reduce the capital banks have available for potential crises. This blog post examines how euro area banks’ share prices reacted to these buybacks. English.
7. ecb.blog20251020~a889f0290a.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Engineering diagram of James Watt's Double-Acting Steam Engine, showing its components including pistons and flywheel.
- IT:
- Illustrazione del motore a vapore a doppio effetto di Watt, simbolo di innovazione durante la Rivoluzione Industriale.
- LV:
- Watt's Double-Acting Steam Engine, showing labeled mechanical parts such as cylinders, pistons, gears, and flywheel.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image depicts James Watt's Double-Acting Steam Engine, a critical invention in industrial history tied to economic growth. It visually complements the blog's focus on innovations and their impact on economic development. It provides historical and contextual information that would aid users in understanding the discussion of sustained economic growth.
- IT:
- The image shows a detailed illustration of Watt's double-acting steam engine. It ties into the context of economic growth research by symbolizing the historical technological advancements that fueled industrial and economic development. Users will miss understanding the visual representation of pivotal technologies shaping growth without seeing it. This image directly supports the blog content discussing sustained growth and its historical significance.
- LV:
- The image shows a historical diagram of Watt's Double-Acting Steam Engine, which provides context to the blog discussing economic progress and technological advancements that underpin sustained growth. It is not decorative, as it adds meaningful visual information relevant to the topic of economic history. Users would miss important context about industrial innovations that are related to the blog's discussion of economic growth without this image.
Context:
Part 1: 20 October 2025.
Part 2: Understanding sustained growth: the 2025 Nobel Prize and why it matters for Europe.
Part 3: 20 October 2025 Understanding sustained growth: the 2025 Nobel Prize and why it matters for Europe The economist Robert Lucas famously wrote that “Once one starts to think about economic growth, it is hard to think about anything else.” The Nobel committee seems to agree. For the second year in a row, it has chosen to honour work on economic growth. This ECB Blog post lo...
8. ecb.blog20251104~cf577c8f68.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Illustration of hesitant man thinking about groceries, transitioning to people accepting the euro in daily activities.
- IT:
- Immagine illustrata con persone che si adattano all'uso dell’euro, inclusi acquisti, caffè e bandiera con simbolo dell’euro.
- LV:
- Illustration of euro adoption showing mixed responses: pensive man, social scenes, euro flag, and storefront.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- This image visually depicts public sentiment about the adoption of the euro through symbolic illustrations of individuals interacting in daily activities related to currency. It reinforces the narrative in the blog post and conveys the transition from initial hesitance to acceptance of the euro as part of daily life. Without the image, users might miss essential context regarding societal perceptions and behaviors tied to adopting a new currency.
- IT:
- The image depicts symbolic representations of mixed reactions toward adopting the euro. It visually explores the transition from uncertainty to acceptance, including themes of financial transactions, daily life, and community adaptation with euro integration. The illustration helps users conceptualize the narrative discussed in the blog, especially if they cannot visualize the abstract ideas mentioned in text.
- LV:
- The image visually conveys the transition and mixed feelings associated with adopting the euro, as implied by the accompanying text. It includes a person contemplating expenses, people interacting in social settings, and public scenes showing euro adoption represented by the euro flag. Without this visual, users might miss the metaphorical and contextual depiction of societal and personal changes after euro adoption.
Context:
Part 1: 4 November 2025.
Part 2: Love at second sight: support for the euro before and after adoption.
Part 3: 4 November 2025 Love at second sight: support for the euro before and after adoption Many Bulgarians are still hesitant about giving up the Lev on 1 January. Mixed feelings are not uncommon in countries adopting the euro. However, survey data show that support significantly increases once people start using the euro in their daily lives. English OTHER LANGUAGES (1) + Select your langu...
9. ecb.blog20251107~54c4d00c0a.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Illustration of people working on large 'AAA' letters, symbolizing analysis and adjustments to credit ratings.
- IT:
- Illustrazione di persone che esaminano e regolano grandi lettere 'AAA', che rappresentano i rating di credito.
- LV:
- Cilvēki strādā ap lieliem burtiem 'AAA', simbolizējot kredītreitingus un to uzturēšanu.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image metaphorically represents work on credit ratings. The depiction of people interacting with the letters 'AAA' visually reinforces the topic of credit ratings discussed in the blog post. Screen reader users would miss the visual context without this description, as it adds meaningful detail to the concept of credit ratings being analyzed and adjusted by experts.
- IT:
- The image visually represents credit ratings through the depiction of 'AAA' being analyzed or adjusted by people, symbolizing efforts to refine or address them. This concept directly ties to the surrounding content about climate risks affecting credit ratings and the ECB's collateral framework. It is not purely decorative, as it conveys a metaphorical representation of the blog's topic.
- LV:
- The image depicts an illustration of people interacting with large 'AAA' letters, symbolizing credit ratings. This visual representation reinforces the blog's focus on credit ratings and their connection to climate risk integration, which is not fully conveyed by text alone. Users may miss this metaphorical link without the image.
Context:
Part 1: 7 November 2025.
Part 2: Credit Ratings: How the ECB strives to properly account for climate risks.
Part 3: 7 November 2025 Credit Ratings: How the ECB strives to properly account for climate risks Climate risks affect credit ratings. And these, in turn, influence how banks can use securities as collateral to borrow money. This post takes a closer look at how the Eurosystem integrates climate change risks into its own collateral framework, through the credit risk channel. English.
10. ecb.blog20251110~a5a197add8.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Illustration of people stacking bags near a bank building in heavy rain, symbolizing climate risk and financial preparation.
- IT:
- Illustrazione di persone che gestiscono sacchi vicino a un edificio simile a una banca sotto nuvole e pioggia simbolica.
- LV:
- Ilustrācija ar cilvēkiem, kas nodarbojas ar saitēm maisiem lietainā vidē, klasiskā ēka fonā, simbolizējot finanšu iestādes.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image uses an illustrative style to depict themes of climate performance and its connection to financial institutions, aligning with the blog content. While not realistic, it visually reinforces concepts discussed in the text, such as climate-related risk management and preparation, making it informative for users seeking context.
- IT:
- The image uses a metaphor to visually represent the discussion about climate performance affecting bank credit. It ties into the blog post content, where banks are considering the climate risks of firms and buildings in their lending policies. Screen reader users would benefit from understanding this visual metaphor as it provides context and reflects the blog's topic.
- LV:
- The image illustrates climate-related risks and their implications for bank credit policies by showing individuals managing bags resembling waste or resources, set against a backdrop of a stylized classical building symbolizing a financial institution. It provides visual reinforcement of the themes discussed in the blog about green investments and climate risk, which helps users contextualize the content.
Context:
Part 1: 10 November 2025.
Part 2: Climate performance matters for bank credit in the euro area.
Part 3: 10 November 2025 Climate performance matters for bank credit in the euro area Banks consider the climate performance of firms and buildings in their lending policies. The euro area bank lending survey shows that lower climate risks tend to improve credit conditions. Meanwhile, green investments increase loan demand from firms and households. English.
11. ecb.blog20251119~5eea89a6d9.jpg
Image Preview:
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image does not provide any meaningful information that adds context to the blog post, which discusses stress testing and risk assessments. The individual is blurred, making their identity unrecognizable and irrelevant to the content. There is no visual context or information provided beyond aesthetics. Removing the image would not affect the understanding of the text.
- IT:
- The image shows a person dressed formally, which suggests authority or professionalism, aligning with the blog context of stress testing expertise. While the face is blurred, the clothing and presentation indicate relevance to the ECB and the professionalism associated with financial discussions. Users may miss important visual context about the professional tone and seriousness of the blog post without seeing this image.
- LV:
- The image shows a person in formal attire (blurred face excluded) that appears to signify professionalism or authority, aligning with the post's context about stress tests at the ECB. It provides some visual identity and adds relevant context to reinforce the professionalism of the article, which would be otherwise missed by a screen reader user.
Context:
Part 1: 19 November 2025.
Part 2: Stress testing at the ECB: mastering risk analyses and impact assessments with top-down models.
Part 3: 19 November 2025 Stress testing at the ECB: mastering risk analyses and impact assessments with top-down models Our 2025 macroprudential stress test report shows that banks are resilient. But when we look at risks not included in the EU-wide stress test, we see some pockets of vulnerability. These findings support a cautious approach to capital buffers. Engl...
12. ecb.blog20251120~e0ecdcf648.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- People pushing a large sphere uphill with icons of wind turbines, a tank, a satellite, and a laptop inside it.
- IT:
- Illustrazione astratta di un gruppo che spinge una sfera con turbine eoliche, tecnologia e simboli di rete wireless.
- LV:
- Three figures push a sphere containing wind turbines, a tank, and connected devices uphill, symbolizing investment challen...
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image depicts individuals pushing a large sphere uphill, with illustrations of wind turbines, a tank, a satellite, and a laptop inside the sphere. This metaphor suggests the collective efforts required to drive investment and innovation in various sectors, as discussed in the blog. It provides visual context about multidimensional investment areas and the challenges involved, which cannot be fully conveyed through text alone.
- IT:
- The image is not purely decorative because it visually represents themes discussed in the blog post, such as investment, productivity, and collaboration within EU programmes. The illustrated elements (wind turbines, tank, technology, individuals pushing together) suggest the impact of EU investments across sectors, enhancing users' understanding of the article's topic. It adds meaningful context by connecting the abstract concept of investment with visual representations of sectors and collaboration.
- LV:
- The illustration visually represents EU investment themes with metaphorical elements (wind turbines, technology symbolized by devices, and tank). A group of figures is shown 'pushing' a symbolic representation uphill, which connects to the text discussing investment challenges and catalytic effects of EU programs. This image adds visual context to emphasize collective effort and the action-driven process, which is not fully conveyed by text.
Context:
Part 1: 20 November 2025.
Part 2: Unlocking private investment and boosting productivity with EU programmes.
Part 3: 20 November 2025 Unlocking private investment and boosting productivity with EU programmes To bridge Europe’s investment gap, we need both public and private funding. Well-designed EU investment programmes can act as a major catalyst for private capital. As this blog post shows, every euro invested by the EU is matched by private finance, thereby doubling its impact. English.
13. ecb.blog20251128~fb427b2a3c.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Illustration of two people analyzing geopolitical data on a globe with a magnifying glass highlighting pulse-like lines.
- IT:
- Illustrazione di due persone che analizzano un globo con una lente d'ingrandimento e un grafico di rischio geopolitico vis...
- LV:
- Divi ar ilustrētiem cilvēkiem analizē globusu ar lielu palielināmo stiklu, attēlojot ģeopolitiskās risku analīzi.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The illustration depicts a globe with a magnifying glass highlighting pulse-like lines that seem to represent geopolitical or economic data. This visually supports the blog post's focus on tracking geopolitical risk and its uneven impact on Europe by providing a metaphorical representation. Without this visual, users might miss the conceptual connection between mapping the impact and visual analysis tools.
- IT:
- The image shows a stylized illustration of two individuals examining a magnified Earth with a graph-like line symbolizing fluctuations or risk related to geopolitics. The graphic aligns with the content of the blog discussing geopolitical risk's uneven impact across European economies. A screen reader user would benefit from understanding this visual connection since the image adds context and metaphorically represents data analysis tied to geopolitical events.
- LV:
- The image visually represents the concept of analyzing geopolitical risks and their global impact. It complements the blog's focus on tracking country-level geopolitical risk and provides a metaphorical view that aids users in connecting the abstract concept of economic impact to tangible data analysis. Screen reader users would miss the visual representation of analysis and exploration related to geopolitical risks without this alt text.
Context:
Part 1: 28 November 2025.
Part 2: From headlines to hard data: mapping the uneven impact of geopolitical risk in Europe.
Part 3: 28 November 2025 From headlines to hard data: mapping the uneven impact of geopolitical risk in Europe Geopolitical tensions such as the war in Ukraine have shaken Europe’s economies. Understanding the economic impact of such shocks is crucial for monetary policy. This ECB Blog post presents a news-based indicator that tracks country-level geopolitical risk. English.
14. ecb.blog20251209~9ba130ff20.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Two individuals in professional attire, one in blue suit and tie, the other in gray checkered suit and beige tie.
- IT:
- Due uomini in abiti formali, legati a ruoli professionali nell'ambito del tema digitale trattato.
- LV:
- Two people in formal suits, relevant to ECB's digital euro preparations.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image shows two men in professional attire, which visually aligns with the article's context about the digital euro and potential official figures or professionals involved in the preparation. It reinforces the formal and professional setting of the discussion about the digital euro but does not provide detailed information about individual identities due to the blurred faces.
- IT:
- The image shows two individuals in formal attire, commonly used to represent organizational leadership or key figures related to the topic in the blog post. Even though their faces are blurred, their attire and posture signal importance and involvement, adding context about professionalism and relevance to the subject matter. Screen reader users without this visual cue may miss the implied connection between the individuals and the topic.
- LV:
- The image shows two individuals dressed professionally in suits, relevant to the blog post's context about institutional preparation for the digital euro. While the faces are blurred, their formal attire conveys a connection to a professional or official setting, aligning with the topic of the ECB's plans. Screen reader users would benefit from understanding this visual context.
Context:
Part 1: 9 December 2025.
Part 2: A digital euro for the digital age.
Part 3: 9 December 2025 A digital euro for the digital age The ECB plans to prepare for the potential issuance of the digital euro by 2029, assuming the European co-legislators adopt the necessary regulation by 2026. Preparatory steps, including pilot exercises and initial transactions, could begin as early as mid-2027. Read more.
15. fsr_1000x750.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Shipping containers being loaded onto a cargo ship by cranes, illustrating international trade and logistics.
- IT:
- Contenitori di carico impilati su una nave, con una gru che solleva un contenitore per il carico o lo scarico.
- LV:
- Konteinerkrāns paceļ kravas konteinerus no kuģa, attēlo starptautisko tirdzniecību un loģistikas infrastruktūru.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image shows stacked shipping containers being loaded onto a cargo ship, which is relevant to the discussion on payments and financial stability. It visually represents global trade and logistics, providing contextual information for users about market infrastructures and economic activity. Users would miss this visual reference if the image were omitted.
- IT:
- The image depicts cargo containers being loaded onto a shipping vessel, showcasing a visual aspect of international trade and logistics. As the webpage discusses financial stability and payments, this image helps users understand the global trade context, which ties into economic infrastructure. Users would miss valuable context about trade and economic interconnectedness without this image.
- LV:
- The image shows stacked shipping containers and a crane lifting a container, which relates to global trade and logistics. This is pertinent to financial stability as international trade is a major factor in global economics and market infrastructure. Excluding this visual context could hinder understanding of the economic stability and payments framework discussed on the page.
Context:
Part 1: Payments & financial stability Insights into our work on financial stability and payments and market infrastructures Overview of payments and financial stability Quick links Digital euro Payments news & events Market contact groups TARGET professional use documents and links Latest Financial Stability Review 21 May 2025.
16. index_header.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Tablet and laptop showing 'The ECB Blog' branding on screens, emphasizing the digital focus of the blog content.
- IT:
- Logo e branding 'The ECB Blog' su tablet e laptop, rappresentando il blog della BCE per un'era digitale.
- LV:
- Tablet and laptop displaying ECB Blog branding on screens with blue geometric patterns and text 'The ECB Blog'.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <div>, Attribute: data-image
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image shows a tablet and laptop displaying 'The ECB Blog' branding, which provides meaningful visual context relevant to the blog's topic on the digital euro. It is not purely decorative because it reinforces the digital focus of the blog content and the ECB’s branding. Screen reader users would benefit from knowing what the devices display, especially since the surrounding text does not describe the visuals.
- IT:
- The image displays a tablet and laptop screen showcasing 'The ECB Blog,' providing visual context for the subject matter. Without it, users might not connect the blog's branding and its focus on technology. The adjacent text does not fully describe the visual aspect of digital devices displaying the ECB blog logo, which ties into the content.
- LV:
- The image shows two devices, a tablet and a laptop, displaying the ECB Blog branding. This visual reinforces the theme of the blog as digital-focused, fitting the context of a digital euro. Without the image, users may miss this visual connection to the modern and digital theme being conveyed. The ECB branding also ties the content directly to the organization.
Context:
Part 1: The ECB Blog.
Part 2: 9 December 2025.
Part 3: A digital euro for the digital age.
17. logo_name.en.svg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- European Central Bank logo.
- IT:
- Logo della Banca Centrale Europea.
- LV:
- Eiropas Centrālā banka logotips.
Current Alt Text:
European Central Bank - eurosystem
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image represents the European Central Bank logo, which identifies the organization and visually reinforces the brand. Users would miss context about the entity publishing the information if the image were omitted. The logo serves as branding rather than decoration.
- IT:
- The image is a logo identifying the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Eurosystem. Users accessing this website benefit from knowing the organization's branding, which is not redundant with surrounding text as logos provide visual organization identification.
- LV:
- The image is a logo representing the European Central Bank, which identifies the organization and provides brand recognition. The logo reinforces the page's credibility and context. While the name 'European Central Bank | Eurosystem' is visible in the logo, its presence helps users identify the institution and its affiliation, making it informative.
Context:
Part 1: European Central Bank - eurosystem.
Part 2: EN Български Čeština Dansk Deutsch Eλληνικά English Español Eesti keel Suomi Français Gaeilge Hrvatski Magyar Italiano Lietuvių Latviešu Malti Nederlands Polski Português Română Slovenčina Slovenščina Svenska Menu Monetary policy & markets Monetary policy & markets Our monetary policy strategy, the tools we use and the impact they have Overview of monetary policy and markets Quick links What is monetary policy? Strategy review Asset purchase p...
18. logo_only.svg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- European Central Bank logo.
- IT:
- Logo della Banca Centrale Europea.
- LV:
- Eiropas Centrālās bankas logotips.
Current Alt Text:
our logo, a yellow Euro sign surrounded by yellow stars centered in a dark blue circle resting on a dark blue base
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image displays the official European Central Bank logo, which identifies the organization to users. Logos are classified as informative because they serve a clear branding purpose, providing recognition and association for the ECB. Users would miss identifying the organization without this visual context.
- IT:
- This image is the European Central Bank's official logo. Logos are classified as informative when they represent an organization's identity. It provides visual identification linked to the ECB's branding, which is essential for context and user understanding of the site.
- LV:
- The image is not decorative because it provides essential information as a visual identifier for the European Central Bank (ECB). Users who cannot see the image would miss understanding what organization the logo represents. Logos are considered informative for accessibility purposes.
Context:
Part 1: our logo, a yellow Euro sign surrounded by yellow stars centered in a dark blue circle resting on a dark blue base.
Part 2: EN Български Čeština Dansk Deutsch Eλληνικά English Español Eesti keel Suomi Français Gaeilge Hrvatski Magyar Italiano Lietuvių Latviešu Malti Nederlands Polski Português Română Slovenčina Slovenščina Svenska Menu Monetary policy & markets Monetary policy & markets Our monetary policy strategy, the tools we use and the impact they have Overview of monetary policy a...
19. research-bulletin_2560x800.jpg
Image Preview:
Proposed Alt Text:
- EN:
- Close-up of a laptop screen showing research documents, with a hand holding glasses at a desk with papers and pens.
- IT:
- Mani che digitano su un laptop con documenti di ricerca visibili sullo schermo.
- LV:
- Persona strādā pie klēpjdatora, kurā redzami teksts un diagrammas, fonā redzams biroja galds un krēsli.
Image HTML Tag or Attribute:
Tag: <img>, Attribute: src
Reasoning:
- EN:
- The image shows a person working on a laptop with research documents open on the screen, symbolizing research activity. This visual context enhances the content by providing a relatable depiction of research work, which is relevant to the focus of the page. Screen reader users would miss contextual understanding without the image's description.
- IT:
- The image shows a person working on a laptop, which aligns with the topic of research and analysis. Without this visual, users might miss the understanding that the section relates to an environment of active research and document analysis. It complements the surrounding text and provides context about the theme of research and digital tools.
- LV:
- The image shows a person working on a laptop, which aligns with the context of research and analytical work, helping users visually connect with the idea of in-depth studies. Users would miss the connection between the content and the visual depiction of research activity without this image.
Context:
Part 1: Research In-depth studies and expert analyses covering diverse topics and fields Overview of ECB research Quick links Conferences & seminars Opportunities for researchers Research Bulletin.
